How to Kill Acari Bugs

By David Montoya; Updated September 21, 2017

Acari , a name given to small arachnids such as mites and ticks, live in a number of places with the capability of wreaking havoc on your life. Outdoor acari can often eat away at your plants and cause an otherwise healthy plant to die. Indoor acari can infest your, carpets, drapes, linens and cause skin irritations. Remove acari bugs from your property by utilizing insecticides and several other techniques around the home. Act fast, though, as these bugs reproduce and multiply quickly.

Outdoor Acari Control

Spray the soil and the plants with store-bought, plant-safe insecticidal soap. These soaps do not harm plants, so you may be liberal with the amount you spray. Spray leaves, petals, stems and soil for complete coverage. Alternatively, use store-bought acaricides such as diatomaceous earth to target acari bugs. Spread diatomaceous earth around infested areas to dehydrate and kill mites and ticks.

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David Montoya is an attorney who graduated from the UCLA School of Law. He also holds a Master of Arts in American Indian studies. Montoya's writings often cover legal topics such as contract law, estate law, family law and business.